City Ordinances Flashcards
What are the potential penalties for violations of City Ordinances?
Fine up to $500 Jail up to 60 days Supervised Probation up to 6 months Restitution Public / Community Service
What are 4 ways city ordinances can be enforced?
Citation
Summons
Notice to Appear
Arrest
Can City Ordinances be enforced on GOAA property, even when that property is not within city limits?
Yes, as long as the property does not fall within another municipality’s jurisdiction
True or False - A bicyclist may only ride on a bicycle with a permanent and regular seat.
True
When can a bicycle transport more people than it is designed for?
An adult rider may carry a child securely attached to his person in a backpack or sling
Name 4 exceptions when a bicycle is not required to ride as close as possible to the right-hand curb.
when overtaking or passing another vehicle in the same direction
when preparing for a left turn
when reasonably necessary to avoid a hazard
on a one-way roadway with more than one lane
other than lights and a permanently attached seat, name one other piece of required equipment on a bicycle
Brakes. must be able to stop a cyclist at 10 mph in less than 25 feet
How shall bicycle ordinance violations be charged, according to the ordinance manual?
by non-criminal Uniform Traffic Citations
How many Large Group Feeding Permits can be issued in a 12-month period for one person / organization?
Two, for the same park
What is the maximum number of people allowed at a properly permitted block party?
200
What are some restrictions enumerated in ordinances for block parties?
Closed to the general public
No amplification equipment without a separate permit
No admission fee charged
No alcohol permitted on public right of way
When are alcohol sales permitted?
M-Sa, 0700-0200
Sunday, 1200-0200
What are bars required to do (by ordinance) at 0200?
Extinguish all exterior lights
Lock all doors and prohibit entrance to anyone except employees
All alcohol must be picked up by 0230, and everyone must be out by 0300
On January 1 of any year, alcohol sales are extended by one hour. Who must approve an extension any other time?
City Council
As defined in city ordinance, alcoholic beverages contain more than what percent alcohol by weight?
One percent
What type of infraction is committed by a person who possesses an alcoholic beverage inside a vehicle in a public parking lot?
City Ordinance Violation
Is it lawful to swim in lakes located within the City?
No, unless specifically permitted. you can’t bathe either
How far away from a fire hydrant must you be to park?
15 feet
How far from a traffic control device must you be to park (unless otherwise posted)?
30 feet
What is the maximum fine for a parking infraction that is a violation of City Ordinance, when the violator elects a hearing?
$100 plus court costs (If the violation is of FSS, the max fine increases to $250)
How long do violators have to take care of a parking citation (either pay or elect a hearing)?
14 days. Failure to do so will result in an additional $15 delinquent fee
Can you arrest someone for throwing away a parking citation?
Yes. City Code 39.71 prohibits any person from willfully throwing away, mutilating, or discarding a parking violation notice of the City
When is the DHSMV notified of outstanding parking violations?
3 or more outstanding parking violations / City Ordinance, or 1 or more parking violations / FSS
How long do towing / immobilization services have to report any private property tow / immobilization to OPD?
30 minutes
